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Buick Shows Off New Regal, LaCrosse at New York Auto Show

Today was the first day that the New York Auto Show was open to the public, but automakers were already showing off new vehicle models earlier this week including Buick’s premiere of the updated Regal and LaCrosse.

2012 was been Buick’s best sales year since 2006, and they are hoping that the New York Auto Show will give them an early sales boost in 2013. The Buick Regal had not performed as well as hoped in 2012 despite Buick’s otherwise good sales numbers, and Buick is hoping that the upgrades to the Regal will improve its sales in 2013.

Upgrades in the new Regal include a new 4.2-inch color display, LED daytime lamps and taillights, and a new grille. Buyers will also have the option of all-wheel drive as well as the choice between a new 2-liter turbocharged engine or a 2.4-liter engine and Buick’s eAssist technology. As for the LaCrosse, Buick focused less on changing up the exterior and more on updating the interior look and features including an eight-inch color display instrument panel and next-gen IntelliLink.

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Kia Reveals Wonder Woman Sportage at New York Auto Show

This week, the New York Auto Show has taken over the city with James Bond driving the new Range Rover Sport through downtown Manhattan and over 40 vehicles making their New York show debuts. Every auto maker is trying to catch the public’s attention and keep it throughout the show. Kia’s Wonder Woman Sportage is not only bringing attention to the brand but also to a greater cause, Kia’s “We Can Be Heroes” initiative.

Last year, Kia kicked off its “We Can Be Heroes” initiative with a Batman-themed Optima and announced plans to unveil custom cars based on DC characters The Flash, Cyborg, Aquaman, Superman, Green Lantern, and Wonder Woman. The Wonder Woman Sportage is the latest in the series to be revealed. All seven vehicles will be auctioned off, and funds will go towards Save the Children, International Rescue Committee, and Mercy Corps, specifically their work in the Horn of Africa.

So far, I’ve liked the looks of the Batman and Superman-themed Kias, but the Wonder Woman is easily the best design so far. The red and blue color combination pops, and the “W” grille looks fantastic. Time Magazine writer Brad Tuttle had predicted the Wonder Woman car would be the “girliest” of the bunch, but this is a car that anyone would want to drive.

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Mercedes Previews New Interior Before New York Auto Show

This week, Mercedes gave an early look at the new interior for the 2014 Mercedes S-Class ahead of the New York Auto Show, and simply put, Mercedes is taking automotive luxury to the next level.

At first glance, the interior is gorgeous. The designers opted for a classic look rather than flashier choices that will quickly date the car. The cabin surfaces are wood, leather, and metal, and the heated steering wheel has a hand-stitched look. Beyond the look, however, Mercedes has done more to enhance the driving experience. Drivers will get to relax in traffic with a hot massage seat with heated armrests and six different massage programs, and the passengers can use the infotainment system for accessing Facebook and Yelp or searching for nearby landmarks on Google Street View.

Up front, they have made the display bigger and better, a 12.3-inch high-resolution screen, and passengers can keep track of their music playlist or watch a movie while also checking the GPS navigation. For longer drives, backseat passengers can also lean back further to get some sleep with a new design that reclines 37 degrees, 43.5 degrees for the rear passenger side.

With their new interior, it looks like the 2014 Mercedes S-Class is the luxury car to beat. I have rarely (if ever) looked at a car and thought it looked relaxing, but if I get the chance to get into the 2014 Mercedes S-Class, I doubt I will want to get out.

The 2014 Mercedes S-Class will be at the 2013 New York Auto Show March 29 thru April 7 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City.

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2014 Chevy Camaro Will Debut at New York Auto Show

Chevrolet Camaro Hot Wheels Concept

The New York Auto Show is coming up at the end of the month, and all the major automakers are starting to drop hints and leak pictures of the vehicles that will be making their debuts. Pictures of the new 2014 Chevy Camaro have already hit the web, but now Chevrolet has announced that the public will get a full look at the new Camaro at the New York Auto Show.

In a press release, Chevrolet promised that the 2014 Camaro “advances the design and performance attributes that have made it the most popular sports car under $50,000 for three consecutive years.” While the leaked pictures don’t show off the interior, the new Camaro has some changes to the exterior look, and it is rumored that the new model might be coming with a LS7 engine.

The official opening day for the New York Auto Show is March 30th, but there will be a press preview March 27th and 28th and a public sneak preview on the 29th. If you are in the New York City area, stop by the show at the Jacob Javits Convention Center on 11th Avenue between 34th and 40th Streets.

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